Chapter 391

When Lucius and Valerie stepped into the receiving room, Edwin, who had been receiving the guests, hurried forward. "This is Mr. White. Mr. White, these are the three students of Xeren Alden from Stormpeak Sect." He introduced them one by one. "Evan Holt, Lora Sylvan, and Gavin Guldner. They are Mr. Alden's most accomplished students." The three rose in turn, nodding politely with a reservedness that carried a trace of arrogance. The first to speak was Evan, whose presence was noticeably stronger than the others. "It's been a long time, Mr. White. You look as radiant as ever." Edwin blinked in surprise. "So, Mr. Holt knows Mr. White." "We're more than acquaintances. Mr. White and I were once schoolmates," Evan said. In truth, they had attended the same school at different times, but Evan still considered it close enough. Lucius gave a slight nod. "It has been over a year since we last met. Is Mr. Alden in good health?" "His heart condition complicates everything. Too many varia